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Ice Skating in London this Christmas

Get Your Skates On!!   With the Natural History Museum Ice Rink not returning this year, it’s time to...
kidrated's guide to things to do in London at Christmas for kids and teens

Things to Do at Christmas in London for Kids and Teens

  London at Christmas is a KidRated favourite, transforming into a magical wonderland perfect for families with kids and...
KidRated's Guide to London's Best Theatre Shows for Teens and Older Kids

London’s Best Theatre Shows for Teens and Older Kids

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The Best Christmas Markets in London 2024

“Remember, no man is a failure who has friends!” – It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)   Whether you’re in...
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London Attractions

Horrible Histories' Terrible Thames Tour KidRated by Tiggy, Wren & Jemima

Horrible Histories – Terrible Thames Tour

KidRated’s Terrible Thames Tour Top Tips   Wrap Up Warm: The top deck has the best views, but it...
K-Rating: 9.6
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Monument to the Great Fire of London

KidRated’s Monument Top Tips: Best for kids & teens: The great views from the top and a certificate to...
K-Rating: 8.4
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Bay Sixty6

KidRated’s Bay Sixty6 Top Tips: Best for kids & teens: an epic skating haven with diverse challenges, lessons, and...
K-Rating: 8
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O2

KidRated’s The O2 Top Tips: Best for kid & teens: Visit cinemas, restaurants, go bowling and shop Best for parents:...
K-Rating: 9.8
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Entertainment

Stranger Things: The First Shadow - adapted from the Netflix TV series and now playing at the Phoenix Theatre

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

KidRated’s Stranger Things Top Tips:   Be prepared for some jumps and twists Combine your visit with a trip...
K-Rating: 10
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Starlight Express at The Troubadour Theatre

KidRated’s Starlight Express Top Tips:   Arrive Early: Wembley has great transport links but parking can be a nightmare...
K-Rating: 10
Lyric Theatre

Lyric Hammersmith

KidRated’s Lyric Hammersmith Top Tips: Explore their programmes for under 11s on Saturday mornings and half terms Aspiring...
K-Rating: 10
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Matilda the Musical

KidRated’s Matilda the Musical Top Tips: Grab a bite to eat in Covent Garden before the musical A second...
K-Rating: 10
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Outside London

Splashdown Waterpark Poole

Splashdown Waterpark – Poole

Splashdown Waterpark in Poole is a watery paradise for families – whether you’ve got fearless teens, adventurous older kids,...
K-Rating: 9.7
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National Football Museum

KidRated’s National Football Museum Top Tips: While in Manchester why not watch a game at Man City ? You can also...
K-Rating: 8.6

Chiltern Open Air Museum

KidRated’s Chiltern Open Air Museum Look out for themed days and other exciting events Check the weather before you visit...
K-Rating: 8.5
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Anfield Stadium Tour & Legends Tour

KidRated’s Anfield Top Tips: Show your love for the team by wearing red Combine your day out in Liverpool...
K-Rating: 9.5
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Disability Friendly

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London Transport with a Wheelchair

London’s brilliant transport system means that you can leave the car at home when you come into town with...
Changing Places: Finding a Toilet When Your Child is Disabled

Changing Places: Finding a Toilet When Your Child is Disabled

Days out with kids can feel like a military operation at times; suncream, hat, raincoat, spare clothes, wipes, nappies,...
Days Out with Michelle and Toby

Days Out: Michelle and Toby

I’m Michelle, I’m married to Al and we’ve got two fabulous kids, Toby who is 9 and Issy who’s...
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Theatres, Shows and Cinemas

Having a family member with a disability should not stop you from going to see your favourite show or...
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Blog

The best Stocking fillers for Older Kids and teenagers - KidRated Guide

The Best Stocking Fillers for Older Kids and Teens

Here at KidRated we find that buying older kids and teenagers their main Christmas present is a piece of...
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5 Reasons Mission Impossible is Better than Bond

The Mission Impossible franchise has just released the trailer for The Final Reckoning – the last chapter in the...
KidRated's top ten Christmas Life Hacks

KidRated’s Christmas Life Hacks

  Christmas can be magical for kids, but for parents, it often comes with its own set of challenges!...
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#KidRatedHowTo Take your Kids to the Football Part 2

A few months ago Camilla and her dad wrote a blog about taking kids to football   and now everyone wants to impart their wisdom....
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Celebrity Best Days Out

Gaby Roslin - Baby and Adult

Gaby Roslin

KidRated’s “Celebrity Best Days Out” is our series, where famous faces reveal their favourite childhood destinations and...
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Louis Theroux

Louis Theroux is an award-winning British-American filmmaker, journalist and broadcaster. He is best known for his documentaries that...
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Dom Joly

Dominic “Dom” Joly is an English television comedian and travel writer, who shot to fame as the creator and star...
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Rob Rouse

  Rob Rouse is a stand-up comic, musician, duck-wrangler and actor. He’s also married to the award-winning children’s...
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Restaurants

Pizza Express

Pizza Express has been making Pizza since 1965. Whether it’s a fresh, hand made pizza, a seasonal salad or a delicious...
K-Rating: 8

Nando’s

Are you ready to have your taste buds tingling? If so, head to Nando’s for some peri-peri based thrills! From...
K-Rating: 9

YO! Sushi

YO! Sushi promises ‘fast, fun and fresh food’, and in true Japanese style, the restaurants use ‘kaiten’ conveyor belts...
K-Rating: 8
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Wagamama

This contemporary Japanese restaurant is inspired by the traditional Asian flavours of Japan, offering a new dining experience with...
K-Rating: ?
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